Interview Doctoral Researchers

Assignment 1 Grading Criteria

Maximum Points

Wrote an introductory paragraph that stated the proposed research question using the relational model; stated a clear purpose for this assignment;  and created a map that named the patterns/themes found so far from the sources  reviewed. 

4

Created an outline with headings and well fleshed out subtopics that reflect the main themes found across the 6 selected sources. Provided citations for each of the themes

8

Concluded the assignment by re-stating the purpose and map, while broadly summarizing key patterns/themes as they currently exist,  noting any gaps and/or suggestions and connecting the gaps to the proposed research question

4

Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; displayed accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

4

Thoughtfully reviewed at least 2 peers' submissions, making constructive comments and/or suggestions on their paper's structure, the development and support of themes and patterns from across the literature.

          4

Total:

24

Assignment 2a Grading Criteria

Maximum Points

Crafted a comprehensive interview questionnaire including questions to elicit a comprehensive description.  Included questions as an appendix.

4

Analyzed the interviews and discussed key concepts that were generated related to the research and/or dissertation process..

             8

Discussed the knowledge, skills, abilities, and resources required, and challenges/barriers that impacted completion

             8

Submitted the assignment in an organized format in APA Style with minimal grammatical and mechanical errors.

            4

Total:

24

Assignment 2b Grading Criteria

Maximum Points

Summarized 2-3 key concepts generated through the interviews

           4

Reflected what will most help you succeed in completing your dissertation and described the single greatest "take away learning" that you will use.

4

Explained two challenges you anticipate in completing your dissertation.

4

Discussed two key strategies on how you plan to overcome these challenges.

4

Made positive and significant contributions (a minimum of two additional posts) to peer submissions

           4

Total:

20